With Homecoming now behind us, it's time to think about our next major event of the season: The 15th annual Hyacks Football Tailgate Auction - presented by River Market, will be held on Saturday, October 20th at LaPerla Ballroom. It is the largest fundraiser of the year for the football program. For more details on how you can buy tickets or get involved with this fantastic event, please contact:Mary-Beth Philip

HELP WANTED

The first two big games are now out of the way, but the Hyacks are always looking for volunteers in a number of areas: Tailgate Auction, assistance with Game nights, sponsorship and much more. Please contact Tamara at bronze_ca@yahoo.com and we'll get you directed to the right areas. Our program has always received a championship level of parent and community support, and we expect 2018 to be no different. We look forward to making you a big part of the Hyack Family!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

HIGH SCHOOL

Sept 20th, 3:45pm: JV Hyacks at Abbotsford Secondary.

Sept 21st, 4:00pm:

Varsity at Handsworth Secondary

YOUTH FOOTBALL:

Sept 21st: 7pm - Atom: Hyacks Black vs Richmond, Mercer Stadium

Sept 23rd:

9am - Atom: Hyacks Orange vs Coquitlam, Mercer Stadium

10:45 - Pee Wee vs North Delta, Mercer Stadium

12:30 - JB vs Westside, Mercer Stadium

9am - Tyke Flag: Hyacks Black at North Surrey, Bear Creek Park

11:30 - Tyke Flag: Hyacks Orange at Langley, McLeod Athletic Park

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HYACKS WIN ON HOMECOMING

A crowd of over 2000 fans once against celebrated a Hyack win on Homecoming, presented by Key West Ford, 40-6 was the final over Abbotsford. Kinsale Philip combined for 151 yards of total offense, rushing for 2 TDs and passing for one. Ajay Chol caught a TD pass and also returned an interception for a TD. Shaye Rathjen scored on a fumble return, while Mahtab Garcha rounded out the scoring for the home team.

The defense was outstanding all night, forcing 7 Abby turnovers. Evan Nolli and Vishaan Narayan were disruptive along the defensive line, while Philip managed 6 tackles, 1 sack and a pair of fumble recoveries.

Philip was named the SportChek Player of the Game while Nolli was named Dairy Queen Lineman of the Game. The Hyacks (2-1 overall, 1-0 in league play) will now be on the road for the next 3 games, starting with Friday's game at Handsworth at 4pm.

All of Hyack Nation will enjoy these promotional videos from Friday's game:

For a complete recap of the game, courtesy of The Record click here. An archive of the game broadcast on SportCanada.tv can also be found here.

HOMECOMING, PRESENTED BY KEY WEST FORD, ANOTHER HUGE SUCCESS

Even the rain couldn't dampen the spirits of the large crowd once again in attendance at Homecoming 2018, presented by Key West Ford. The pre-game party, featuring Paw Patrol, bouncy castles and games along with the Alumni Flag Football game and tug-o-war event was fun for all.

Before kickoff Hyack alums Severio Asaba and Juan Cespedes unveiled a replica of the 2017 Provincial Championship banner which is now proudly displayed atop the press box. The football program also made a presentation to Heather Stewardson, wife of the late Stan Stewardson, who played for the original Lester Pearson HS football team in the mid-1950s, and was also an iconic basketball and lacrosse coach in the lower mainland.

At halftime the Vancouver Travelling Band entertained the fans, while members of the Royal City Hyacks youth football program played flag football games at halftime. Dave Betker won a 2003 Ford Escape, valued at $6800, the Sharp 43" Smart TV was won by an NWSS student.

Hyacks Football would like to thank Key West Ford, media sponsor the New Westminster Record, along with all other sponsors, parents and volunteers who made Homecoming 2018 another memorable event.

A photo gallery of all the activities around Homecoming 2018, courtesy of Katie Uttley, can be found here.

YOUTH FOOTBALL

The RCHFC continued their regular season this past weekend, and also took part in the BC Lions Punt, Pass & Kick event on Tuesday night at Mercer Stadium. This weekend we will also be making a cheque presentation to KidSport with proceeds from our Travis Lulay-Cody Husband football camp in May:

JR BANTAM:

Junior Bantams brought home their first win against White Rock, grinding out a 13-8 win despite missing some key players. Sartaj Malhi had a great two way performance, which included four catches for 50 yards. Alex Collins was a force on the defensive line. Tarrence Booker also had a solid day on defense, setting the edge and making plenty of solo tackles. Jayden Bustamante scored on a 60 yard run, while Maxim Butkovskiy scored the other Hyacks touchdown.

PEE WEE:

The Pee Wees lost to Westside 13-7, in a game that was highlighted by Jalen Pagtahkan's 70 yard run. Benicio Hageleit scored the Hyacks TD, while Nikolas Panesar and Alex Dolmat showed improved play in the defensive secondary. The Pee Wee and tyke flag teams also had a blast playing at halftime of Homecoming!

ATOM:

Team Black defeated the North Surrey T-Birds 40-16, led by Benjamin MacKinnon, who scored 4 touchdowns and was 5 for 5 on kicking converts. The defensive play of Alexander Biniaris, Christhony Dela Cruz and Demetri Biniaris shut down the opposition. Alexander also caught a 20 yard pass for a touchdown